A few days ago, we shared the first impressions we had of the LeEco Le 2. Note that this smartphone was launched in India last month. In this post, we are going to share the detailed review of this device.

LeEco Le 2 box contents

The box contains the handset, a travel adapter, a USB cable for charging and data syncing, a quick start guide, a SIM ejector tool, a USB Type-C to 3.5 mm jack converter, and a transparent rear smartphone cover. There are no earphones in the box. However, the USB Type-C based CDLA earphones are separately available (they are being offered without any extra charge as of today).

LeEco Le 2 build and design

The rear body of this smartphone is made up of metal. It is slightly textured with a dark color band on the top and the bottom. These bands continue on either side of the device as well. The device has rounded corners and chamfered edges, which makes it easier to hold.

The Menu, Home, and Back capacitive touch buttons are backlit. However, under direct sunlight, the lights are unable to make their presence felt.

The back panel of the device is non-removable. This device has two nano SIM card slots on the left, which can be accessed by using the SIM ejector tool. Only one slot supports 4G LTE at any instance in time. There is no micro SD slot.

The device has a solid metal unibody design, giving it a premium look. It is similar to that of its predecessor LeEco Le 1s and its sibling LeEco Le Max 2. It is considerably light in weight (only 153 grams) when compared to other phones of the same size.

LeEco Le 2 features

Concerning specifications, the device features a 5.5-inch full HD display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. It is powered by 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 octa-core processor, 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, which is non-expandable. It runs on Android 6.0 with LeEco's custom layer, the EUI OS, and packs 3,000 mAh battery. It also features a 16 MP primary camera, along with a 8 MP front-camera.

LeEco Le 2 software

The device runs on Android Marshmallow, with its custom skin as a topping. It is called the EUI OS. The app drawer is missing. The apps are placed on the home screen instead. The home screen has pages to house as many apps as needed.

The place where the usual app drawer icon sits is the new Live icon. It is the entry point to their live TV streaming content offering. There is a broad range of channels to choose from, including various news, music and movie channels. Other than Hindi and English, there are a few channels in other Indian languages as well. This package is available for free for the first year.

Swiping in from the left of the device opens the LeView. It is the commercial name for their in-house video curation service. This proves the weight the manufacturer is putting on content.

There are many bloatware apps installed, which according to me is a negative point given the limited storage.

LeEco Le 2 performance and benchmarks

Gaming on this device is a good experience. The device has a 1.8 GHz octa-core processor backed by 3 GB RAM. No lags were observed while playing massive games, or while launching and switching between apps. There is no heating issue as well. The call quality is decent. Running 1080p videos is an enjoyable experience; no hiccups observed. Overall, the device offers a smooth performance and is suitable as far as multi-tasking and browsing are concerned.

As far as the fingerprint sensor is concerned, a hit-to-miss ratio of 2:5 is observed.

The device scored 81,631 on AnTuTu, and 35,421 on Quadrant Standard benchmarks. You can find the rest of the scores here.

The device supports ten-finger multi-touch, i.e., the touchscreen can detect (and act on) ten touches at any instance in time.

LeEco Le 2 display

The device features an FHD display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. It comes with a 5.5-inch screen. When the display is switched off, the thin bezels on the left and right disappear into the dark, making it look bezel-less from the sides.

When indoors, the screen is sharp and bright, and color reproduction is rich and vibrant. However, take it outdoors under sunlight and it comes barely visible due to its reflective nature. The viewing angles and contrast levels are good. However, it is very prone to fingerprint smudges.

You would have read about the creaking sound that the display produces when pressed hard. Believe us; it is not an issue. The manufacturer claims that it is by design, and a gasket has been intentionally placed beneath the screen. Moreover, why would anyone long press on the screen. This ain't no 3D touch!

LeEco Le 2 camera

The device features a 16 MP rear camera, along with a 8 MP front-camera.

The camera offers various shooting modes, viz. Auto, Manual, Panorama, HDR, Night, Beauty and Scenic modes. There is also an option to capture slow-motion videos.

The primary camera is good. Phase Detection Auto Focus works smoothly. We have never experienced delays in locking the focus on a subject. However, the inconsistency comes while maintaining the white balance. The color reproduction is also unnatural. In low-light, too much noise creeps in, making the colors go haphazard.

The front camera is fantastic. We fell in love with the selfies we clicked.

Find below a few sample images clicked using this device's camera:

LeEco Le 2 battery life

The device packs 3,000 mAh battery. Given the screen size and all the multimedia content the device offers, we wonder why didn't they opt for more battery juice. On 4G, we got only around 7 hours of backup before we had to search for the USB Type-C charger to refill the stock. The fast charging support is a bit relief.

Why should you buy it?

Why shouldn't you buy it?

LeEco Le 2 verdict

If you are someone who consumes a huge amount of video content on their smartphone, the LeEco Le 2 is a perfect companion. There is also the added advantage of live TV streaming.

However, if you are more of a music buff, then you might not opt for this device given the replacement of the standard 3.5 mm audio jack with a relatively new USB Type-C powered audio output. After all, you cannot enjoy your latest musical while the device is busy restoring its battery juice.

Considering all aspects, it is a decent offering for ₹11,999 ($180 approx.).

LeEco Le 2 specifications

Operating System: Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)

Processor: 1.8GHz octa-core

Memory: 3 GB RAM

Storage: 32 GB internal (non-expandable)

Display: 5.5-inch full HDResolution (pixels): 1920x1080

Primary camera: 16 megapixel

Secondary camera: 8megapixel

Battery: 3,000 mAh

Dimensions (WidthxHeightxDepth): 74.2x151.1x7.5 mm

Weight: 153 gRating: 4.2 out of 5 starsPrice: Get a price on the LeEco Le 2

LeEco Le 2 recommended accessories

June 28, 2016:

The giveaway has ended. Winners have been contacted via email.

June 25, 2016:

Chinese giant LeEco had launched the second generation of their smartphones, the Le 2 and Le Max 2, in India earlier this month. We have received a Rose Gold variant of the Le 2 for review. We have already shared our first impressions and benchmark scores of the device. Next will be the review.

Before we do that, we have good news to share (more on it later).

Concerning specifications, the LeEco Le 2 features a 5.5-inch full HD display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. The smartphone is powered by 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 octa-core processor. It comes with 3 GB RAM. The internal storage is 32 GB storage, which is non-expandable. It runs on EUI OS (based on Android 6.0.1) and packs 3,000 mAh battery. The smartphone features a 16 MP primary camera, and a 8 MP selfie camera.

Coming back to the 'good' part, we are giving away a LeEco Le 2 to one of our lucky readers. Moreover, there are two discount coupons of ₹3,000 each - one for the purchase of Le 2 and the other for the Le Max 2. Since these codes can only be used for the first sale that is happening at LeMall on coming Tuesday, we expect you to register yourselves for the same in case you win one of the discount codes.

There are three prizes in total. The giveaway ends at 0000 hours on June 28th. Participate now.

Please note that we will ship the smartphone only after we can purchase it (we are not giving away the review device). It may take a while, so we expect the winner to be patient. Also, the second winner gets a choice to choose the product (Le 2 or Le Max 2) for which he/she wants the code. We will wait until 0040 hours (40 minutes after the results are declared) for the second winner to respond back with the decision, failing which we will ourselves send one code each to the second and third winners respectively.

Also, note that this giveaway is only valid for an Indian citizen.

Good luck.

LeEco Le 2 was launched in India earlier this month. We've already shared our first impressions of the device. In this post, we are sharing the benchmark scores.

Concerning specifications, the LeEco Le 2 features a 5.5-inch full HD display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. The device is powered by 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 octa-core processor. It comes with 3 GB RAM. The internal storage is 32 GB storage, which is non-expandable. It runs on EUI OS (based on Android 6.0.1) and packs 3,000 mAh battery. The smartphone features a 16 MP primary camera, and a 8 MP selfie camera.

LeEco Le 2 was launched in India earlier this month. Another smartphone, the LeEco Le Max 2, was also launched along with. We have with us the Rose Gold color variant. Concerning specifications, this smartphone features a full HD display, powered by 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 octa-core processor. It comes with a 5.5-inch screen, and 3 GB RAM. The internal storage is 32 GB storage, which is non-expandable. It runs on EUI OS, which is based on Android Marshmallow 6.0.1, and packs a 3,000 mAh battery.

The smartphone features a display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. It has three capacitive buttons for Menu, Home, and Back. All these buttons are located below the screen. All the three buttons are back-lit. Additionally, there is an 8 MP front facing camera lens located above the display, to the right of the earpiece grille, which is itself in the center. The proximity sensor is located to the left of the earpiece. The notification indicator LED is to the left of the sensor.

The smartphone's hardware includes 1.8 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 octa-core processor, 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal memory, and a 16 MP rear camera with dual LED flash located beside the camera lens. Above the camera lens lies the secondary noise-cancellation microphone. Below the camera is the fingerprint sensor. It is square in shape, but with rounded corners. Below the fingerprint module is the LeTV branding. This is strange because the company is renamed to LeEco.

The right side of the device features the volume rocker key (located on the top) and the power key (located below it). The SIM tray is found on the left side of the device. There are two nano SIM slots; only one slot supports 4G LTE at any instance in time.

The infrared blaster is on the top left. The USB Type-C port is at the bottom center. The speaker grille and primary microphone are placed on either side.

There is no 3.5 mm headset jack on the smartphone. The new CDLA headphones by LeEco use the USB Type-C port to connect to the device. Removal of headphone jack has resulted in a reduction in thickness of the device (it is just 7.5 mm).

LeEco Le 2 features a metal unibody design, i.e., the rear panel is non-removable. It is slightly textured with dark color band on the top and the bottom. These bands continue on either side of the device as well.

The device has rounded corners. The chamfered edges make it easier to hold. When the display is turned off, the thin bezels on the left and right disappear into the dark.

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LeEco Le 2 specifications

Operating System: Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)

Processor: 1.8GHz octa-core

Memory: 3 GB RAM

Storage: 32 GB internal (non-expandable)

Display: 5.5-inch full HDResolution (pixels): 1920x1080

Primary camera: 16 megapixel

Secondary camera: 8megapixel

Battery: 3,000 mAh

Dimensions (WidthxHeightxDepth): 74.2x151.1x7.5 mm

Weight: 153 gPrice: ₹11,999 ($180 approx.)

LeEco, the China-based manufacturer, has launched the LeEco Le Max 2, the second generation of their flagship smartphone, at an event held in New Delhi today. The device was first launched in China in April this year. Another device, the LeEco Le 2, is also launched along with.

The smartphone features a full metal body. It runs on EUI OS, which is based on Android Marshmallow. The battery capacity of the device is 3,100 mAh and supports the new generation LeEco fast charging.

The smartphone comes in two variants - one with 4 GB/ 32 GB RAM/ROM combination, and the other with 6 GB/ 64 GB combination. The storage is non-expandable though. It is powered by 2.2 GHz quad-core 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor coupled with Adreno 530 GPU. It supports 4G LTE and VoLTE, along with the usual connectivity features like Bluetooth and WiFi. It comes with Type-C USB and is a dual SIM (both nano) smartphone.

LeEco Le Max 2 comes with a 5.7-inch QHD display, with a resolution of 2560x1440 pixels and pixel density of 515 ppi.

The device features a 21 MP primary camera with a f/2.0 aperture; dual tone LED flash and PDAF. The secondary camera is a 8 MP shooter with a f/2.2 aperture. The fingerprint sensor is integrated at the rear.

What might sound strange is that there is no 3.5 mm audio jack on the device. LeEco has come up with a CDLA (Continuous Digital Lossless Audio) technology, which makes use of the USB Type-C interface to play audio.

The smartphone comes in gold, gray and silver color options. It is priced at ₹22,999 ($340 approx.) for the 4/32 GB version and ₹29,999 ($445 approx.) for the 6/64 GB variant. It will be available on Flipkart and LeMall (their newly launched in-house e-commerce store) from June 28th onwards. Registrations for the same start on 20th of this month. One year membership of the premium content bundle by LeEco will be available free of cost.

LeEco Le Max 2 specifications

Operating System: Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)

Processor: 2.2GHz quad-core

Memory: 4/6 GB RAM

Storage: 32/64 GB internal (non-expandable)

Display: 5.7-inch QHDResolution (pixels): 2560x1440

Primary camera: 21 megapixel

Secondary camera: 8megapixel

Battery: 3,100 mAh

Dimensions (WidthxHeightxDepth): 77.6x156.8x8.0 mm

Weight: 185 gPrice: ₹22,999 ($340 approx.) for the 4/32 GB version and ₹29,999 ($445 approx.) for the 6/64 GB variant

LeEco, the China-based manufacturer, has launched the LeEco Le 2, the second generation of their entry-level smartphone, at an event held in New Delhi today. The device was first launched in China in April this year. Another device, the LeEco Le Max 2, is also launched along with.

The smartphone features a full metal body. It runs on EUI OS, which is based on Android Marshmallow. The battery capacity of the device is 3,000 mAh and supports the new generation LeEco fast charging.

The device is powered by 3 GB RAM and 1.8 GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor. The inbuilt storage is 32 GB, which is non-expandable. It supports 4G LTE and VoLTE, along with the usual connectivity features like Bluetooth and WiFi. It comes with Type-C USB and is a dual SIM (both nano) smartphone.

LeEco Le 2 comes with a 5.5-inch full HD IPS display, with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels and pixel density of 403 ppi. Gorilla Glass 3 is used for its protection.

The smartphone features a 16 MP primary camera with a f/2.0 aperture, dual LED flash, and PDAF. The secondary camera is a 8 MP shooter with a f/2.2 aperture. The fingerprint sensor is integrated at the rear.

What might sound strange is that there is no 3.5 mm audio jack on the device. LeEco has come up with a CDLA (Continuous Digital Lossless Audio) technology, which makes use of the USB Type-C interface to play audio.

The smartphone comes in gold, gray and silver color options. It is priced at ₹11,999 ($180 approx.), and will be available on Flipkart and LeMall (their newly launched in-house e-commerce store) starting next month. Registrations for the same start on 20th of this month. One year membership of the premium content bundle by LeEco will be available free of cost.

LeEco Le 2 specifications

Operating System: Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)

Processor: 1.8GHz octa-core

Memory: 3 GB RAM

Storage: 32 GB internal (non-expandable)

Display: 5.5-inch full HDResolution (pixels): 1920x1080

Primary camera: 16 megapixel

Secondary camera: 8megapixel

Battery: 3,000 mAh

Dimensions (WidthxHeightxDepth): 74.2x151.1x7.5 mm

Weight: 153 gPrice: ₹11,999 ($180 approx.)

LeEco has today launched its mid-range smartphone, the Le 1s, in India. Another device, the Le Max, has also been launched.

The smartphone boasts of a 13 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera. It has a 5.5-inch FHD IPS display with 1920x1080 pixels resolution and density of 403 pixels-per-inch. The device comes with an internal memory capacity of 32 GB, and microSD card is not supported. All this is paired with 3 GB RAM.

It runs on 2.2 GHz octa-core MediaTek Helio X10 processor. The fingerprint scanner is placed just below the primary camera.

The smartphone runs on the EUI OS, based on Android 5.0 Lollipop. It supports dual-SIM LTE.

The device will be available exclusively on Flipkart. The registrations for the flash sale have already started, and the sale goes live on February 2nd. Powered by 3,000 mAh battery, the device is available at a price of ₹10,999 ($160 approx.).

The smartphone boasts of a 21 MP rear camera with dual LED flash, and 4 MP front camera. It has a 6.33-inch LCD display with 2560x1440 pixels resolution and density of 464 pixels-per-inch. The device comes in two variants. One with internal memory capacity of 64 GB, while the other with 128 GB capacity. Both these variants do not support microSD card. All this is paired with 4 GB RAM.

It runs on 2.0 GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor. The fingerprint scanner is placed just below the primary camera.

The smartphone runs on the EUI OS, based on Android 5.0 Lollipop. It supports fast charging and dual SIM LTE.

The device will be available exclusively on Flipkart. The registrations for the flash sale have already started, and the sale goes live on February 16th. Powered by 3,400 mAh battery, the device comes with Type-C USB port. It is available at a price of ₹32,999 ($485 approx.) for 64 GB variant, and ₹36,999 ($545 approx.) for 128 GB variant.